Notes: 1* Hachette Guide 2009 (A very successful wine), Bettane & Desseauve 14.5/20
Richard Maby is a winemaker with an aesthetic sensibility, one of those who love beauty and quality, always in pursuit of perfection. Once again this year, he has crafted this enchanting 2008 "Prima Donna" cuvée, produced according to the finest traditions, offering a rich and complex aromatic palette, with a full-bodied, lively, and deep texture. A stylish Tavel, full of finesse, that draws its qualities directly from nature. A truly beautiful bottle that Tavel enthusiasts will undoubtedly appreciate!
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Eye
a beautiful dress in a deep cherry color
Nose
complex, with aromas of raspberry and anise, blending notes of fresh fruit, orange zest, nutmeg, licorice, and fresh green notes
Palate
The palate is full-bodied, lively, and complex. The finish is long and fruit-forward, with delicate hints of salt and minerality.
Serve
between 10 and 12°C
Open
30 minutes to 1 hour before serving
Drink from
2009
Drink before
2018
Food and wine pairings
A déguster sur des plats à base de saumon, des poissons grillés, des viandes blanches...<br/>
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
In the historic Tavel region, the Maby family produces wines of consistent quality that are always authentic, pleasant, and full-bodied. Led by the dynamic Richard Maby, the estate continues to evolve, with the wines gaining in precision each year. The vineyards are located in the municipalities of Tavel, the Lirac plateau, and the neighboring Côtes du Rhône. Reasonable prices and the consistent quality of the wines make this estate a safe bet on the current market, across all three wine types.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer’s wines regularly receive awards from the guide)
About the estate:
This estate, known for its consistently high-quality wines—particularly its Lirac in all three varieties and its Tavel—was founded in 1950 by Armand Maby. In 2005, his grandson Richard took over the vineyard, which spans 53 hectares, mostly situated on the rounded pebbles of the Vallongue plateau; the vines are cultivated using natural methods and have been in the process of converting to organic farming since 2019. Since 2011, the eminent Rhône oenologist Philippe Cambie has been advising the estate.
Wine Spectator
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
Customer rating
3.4/5
based on 5 reviews
Review by Mr. LAURENT C. Published on September 12, 2023
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Review by Mr. JEAN MICHEL E. Posted on May 5, 2014
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Review by Mr. PIERRE S. Posted on 02/04/2014
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